An intelligence report reveals that at least 500 machetes were distributed to youths during violent clashes in Homa Bay County on Sunday, August 16, highlighting the growing use of the farm tool as a weapon of intimidation.

• More than 500 machetes were distributed during the violence.
• The issue involves youths, political groups, and hardware store owners.
• There is a lack of specific regulations for the bulk purchase of pangas, a common farm implement.